Federal Emergency Management Agency

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is a US government agency responsible for coordinating responses to disasters that occur within the country. Recent news highlights FEMA's potential role in winter storm response, even amidst concerns about a possible government shutdown. The agency's ability to provide support during such shutdowns is being scrutinized, despite administration warnings. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, pictured at FEMA headquarters, has been in the news regarding both winter weather preparations and a court ruling against her decision concerning protections for Venezuelans. The agency's relevance is underscored by the severe winter storm causing deaths, power outages, and travel disruptions across the northeastern United States, potentially requiring FEMA's intervention and resources.